In a landmark decision, investigative journalist and former Labour MP Chris Mullin won the right to protect the identity of a suspected conspirator in the 1974 Birmingham pub bombings. Louis Charalambous, a partner in the SME, represented Mr. Mullin in the litigation. “Maninder Gill stands out. Maninder helped us navigate a very difficult path last year. He gave us iron legal confidence to make difficult business decisions and guided us forcefully every step of the way. Maninder has a real ability to interpret a situation very quickly, understand stakeholders, and not give absurd/unwavering advice. Its availability and accessibility are excellent, often in a very short time. He has a strong consultative and collaborative approach to business. The firm was the first UK firm to set up a dedicated human rights volunteer team to lead the award-winning death penalty project. She is internationally recognized for her ongoing commitment to human rights by providing free legal representation and support to those facing the death penalty outside the United States.
“Saul Lehrfreund and Parvais Jabbar have been the leading experts on legal challenges to the death penalty for more than 30 years.” The firm provides a high level of service to each client and is aware of the requirements of the business areas in which its clients operate. SMB has grown from its origins as a four-partner law firm in the 1970s and has successfully expanded into a number of practice areas, as evidenced by the high number of rankings and individual lawyers in legal directories. It is also recognized by its clients for its diversity and its entrepreneurial and dynamic culture. The firm founded and supports the Death Penalty Project, based in the London office, which represents and provides legal advice to people sentenced to death. The company has a dedicated CSR team and is strongly committed to the tertiary sector and human rights, with many of its partners acting as trustees and advisors to leading charities. “Partners Martin Soames and Stephen Shotnes – former book publisher and book publisher respectively. Journalist – bring their in-house expertise to their in-depth legal knowledge and provide a high level of service. “The legal advice we receive is very good and the service is prompt and accommodating.
They will find great advice for us if needed. “Maninder Gill is always there when I need legal advice. He was super helpful and always ready with knowledge in any case I need help. It is easily accessible and will always be at hand to help you. Maninder Gill is professional, polite and extremely knowledgeable in his field. SMB`s criminal team, led by partner Phil Smith and supported by senior partner Henrietta Ronson and paralegal Mark Soames, has secured an acquittal in a high-stakes case involving a highly respected baseball umpire in Wood Green Crown Court. The firm is also part of an international legal network through which it can offer its clients access to English-speaking lawyers from all over the world. SMB has lawyers with regional expertise, including multilingual lawyers. Legal Cheek is a British legal news site. [1] There is also a career section with searches on law firms and law firms[2] and a large number of followers on social media.
[3] The firm has an unparalleled reputation for the quality of legal services both in the UK and internationally. Clients benefit from the leadership and experience of their lawyers, who are renowned for their ability to provide practical and valuable advice on often complicated and highly sensitive legal issues both in the UK and abroad. SMB advised a US buyer, Narrative Capital, on the acquisition of Sony Pictures Television`s UK channel portfolio. It continues to host and support the charity Death Penalty Project. This allows death row inmates from all over the world to be represented. Technology and Information: The team advises a wide range of technology companies, investors and acquirers on a range of negotiation, privacy, intellectual property and regulatory matters. The firm`s clients include FinTech, Retailtech and Blockchain companies, which it has helped close transactions in Europe, the United States and the Middle East. Broadcast and sports media: The team acts for major UK and overseas broadcasters and television platforms, advising sports federations and licensees on the sale and acquisition of sports media rights. “We work closely with Martin Soames, who is in a classroom – calm, extremely intelligent, thoughtful and responsive. He is always our first choice. “Simons Muirhead Burton is the hardest-working, most passionate and most capable firm I have ever come across.
» SMB`s employment team acts on behalf of more than 400 elite MET police officers With our cutting-edge digital marketing services, management and marketing coaching, and weekly LIVE Mastermind show, we aim to be the most positive source of solutions for lawyers in the United States. “A diverse and talented team of family lawyers with extensive international experience and expertise for media clients. It is a dynamic and energetic group that is fully committed to achieving the best possible result for its clients. Privy Council: The firm`s expertise and extensive contacts in the Caribbean on criminal and constitutional appeals to the Judicial Committee of the Privy Council form the basis of the Privy Council`s very active practice in commercial and civil law. Another notable case for the company was Tomlinson-Blake v Royal Mencap Society, which concerned whether employees who had to “fall asleep” overnight in the care sector were entitled to minimum wage for their entire shift. “Phil Smith and Henrietta Ronson have added momentum to an already established high-end practice.” Louis Charalambous; Razi Mireskandari; Martin Soames; Stephen Shotnes; Emma Linch Simon Goldberg and Annika Chauhan advised production company 42 M&P Limited on the production of “The Weekend Away” for Netflix. “Best in class – deep expertise, deep understanding of their clients` business, innovative, ambitious for their clients.” “The amount of research and attention to detail from partner Phil Smith and partner Henrietta Ronson was something I hadn`t seen anywhere else.” Simons Muirhead Burton (SMB), a 1970s kid living in London`s Soho borough, has grown from a civil liberties and crime specialist to the full-service company it is today. “Jane McDonagh is a great actor. She works for many clients working in the media and creative industries and has a real sense of these companies and the issues that arise.
She is intelligent and her gentle nature belies an unwavering approach to negotiation that brings excellent results to her clients. I can no longer recommend them for complex financial work. » Family and Children: Discusses divorce and separation and related issues related to children, finances and property, emergency applications and ADR, as well as advice on cohabitation and prenuptial agreements. Paychex solutions for businesses with 10 to 49 employees can help owners and managers save time, reduce errors, and stay informed about new and changing regulations. Are you ready for your next big step? Apply on this page to see which of our services is right for you. “Very knowledgeable and experienced team. Work tirelessly to achieve the result. Wide range of in-house experience. Able to tackle difficult problems and people in a professional and clear manner.
“Jane McDonagh – very sound and reasonable advice, the true leader, very knowledgeable and recommended. Tom Farley Hills is a phenomenal lawyer. Good judgment, commercially and very accessible.” Music: The team represents rights holders as well as leaders in the talent and music industries and advises on live events, IT, branding and the fashion industry. At Aldersgate House Crown Court in central London, our client Christopher Hennessy was acquitted of the assault charge. The finance professor at a prestigious London university was unanimously acquitted by a jury that deliberated for only one hour. “This group is knowledgeable, enthusiastic and genuinely interested in helping us grow and improve our practice. I recommend the coaching program to any lawyer considering its services. It`s worth it. “SMB is an excellent, confident and elegant outfit. They are somewhat under the radar, which in some ways gives them an edge over their competitors.
Jane McDonagh has done a truly remarkable job leading the team and building it to its current size. Tessa Bray is exceptionally brilliant – tough but fair and a pleasure to deal with. Tom Farley-Hills is excellent. We pride ourselves on putting our customers first, being as transparent as possible, and obsessively becoming the catalyst for your company`s growth, so you can focus on what you love. Unlike most businesses in this space, we give you 100% ownership and control over every campaign, account, and asset we create for you. We will not hold your accounts hostage, they are yours, forever. The firm: The firm`s fundamentals in the areas of media, crime and human rights have been significantly expanded and now offer a competitive service to a wide range of private and corporate clients.
